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BU08 TDV

2008 Nissan Elgrand

Gold Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

168,499 mi
Last recorded168,499 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Nissan Elgrand109,794 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 TDV
MakeNissan
ModelElgrand
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 11 Feb 2026 168,499 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2025 160,318 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin O/S + N/S (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 152,935 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 140,734 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 136,848 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 134,359 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 131,240 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 131,240 miles

How Reliable is the Nissan Elgrand?

Based on 136,948 MOT tests across 17,589 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
5,309
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
17,589
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 1,720
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,283
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,279
fog lamp not working 1,174
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BU08 TDV is a 2008 Nissan Elgrand in Gold with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Nissan Elgrand models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 109,794 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Nissan Elgrand fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 1,720 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU08 TDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Nissan Elgrand typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Nissan Elgrand is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU08 TDV registered?

BU08 TDV is a 2008 Nissan Elgrand, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is BU08 TDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU08 TDV shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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